Philippe Kogej
About Philippe Kogej
Philippe Kogej serves as the Executive Vice President of Strategic Growth at Lombard Odier Group, where he oversees Digital Client Experience initiatives and leads programs aimed at enhancing banker capabilities. He has a diverse background in finance and consulting, with previous roles at Societe Generale Private Banking, Merrill Lynch, and PwC.
Work at Lombard Odier
Philippe Kogej has served as Executive Vice President of Strategic Growth at Lombard Odier Group since 2004. In this role, he oversees various initiatives aimed at enhancing the bank's strategic direction and growth. He is responsible for Revenue Management and Pricing Advisory, focusing on developing competitive pricing models for the Private Bank on a global scale. Additionally, he leads the 'Augmented Banker' programs, which aim to improve the capabilities of bankers through innovative tools and processes. Kogej is also a member of the bank's COO management team, contributing to high-level strategic decisions.
Previous Experience
Before joining Lombard Odier, Philippe Kogej held several positions in the financial sector. He worked as a Senior Consultant at PwC from 2000 to 2004 in Genève, where he provided consulting services. Prior to that, he was a Project Analyst at Société Générale Private Banking for 11 months in 1998-1999, based in Région de Paris, France. Kogej also briefly served as an Assistant Business Manager at Merrill Lynch in 1997 for one month in Région de Hartford, Connecticut, États-Unis.
Education and Expertise
Philippe Kogej has a diverse educational background that supports his expertise in strategic growth and management. He studied Management and Finance at ICN Business School, earning a Master's degree from 1996 to 2000. He also obtained a Certificate in E-Business from The University of Dallas in 2000. Kogej achieved an Advanced Certificate in Marketing Management from HEC Paris in 2011 and completed a program in Discovery Events and Sales at IMD in 2019. Most recently, he studied Corporate Governance at INSEAD, completing the Advanced Management Program in 2022.
Digital Client Experience Initiatives
In his current role, Philippe Kogej oversees Digital Client Experience initiatives at Lombard Odier. His focus is on improving client interactions through digital platforms, ensuring that the bank meets the evolving needs of its clients in a digital landscape. This involves implementing strategies that enhance the overall client experience, making it more efficient and user-friendly.